Deloitte Ranks 11th on DiversityInc's Top 50 Companies for Diversity
Continued inclusion advancement lands organization on list for the tenth year

As used in this document, "Deloitte" means Deloitte LLP. Please see www.deloitte.com/us/about for a detailed description of the legal structure of Deloitte LLP and its subsidiaries. Certain services may not be available to attest clients ... Facebook Twitter Pinterest

As used in this document, "Deloitte" means Deloitte LLP. Please see www.deloitte.com/us/about for a detailed description of the legal structure of Deloitte LLP and its subsidiaries. Certain services may not be available to attest clients under the rules and regulations of public accounting. (PRNewsFoto/Deloitte)

NEW YORK, May 8, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Recognized for its advancement of minorities and its innovative Inclusion strategy, Deloitte was ranked 11th among the most admired for diversity on the 2013 DiversityInc Top 50 Companies for Diversity list. According to the publication's findings, Deloitte senior leadership has more than double the percentage of Blacks, Latinos and Asians than the average for the DiversityInc Top 50.

"We believe that diversity and inclusion are essential for sustainable success in today's business environment," said Kelvin Womack, principal, Deloitte Consulting LLP, and Deloitte's managing principal for Diversity. "At Deloitte, by looking at our people holistically, there are more opportunities for advancement as well as a more productive work environment, resulting in greater value to our clients through a variety of experiences and perspectives."

Now in its 13th year, the DiversityInc Top 50 survey measures company performance in CEO commitment, human capital, corporate and organizational communications, and supplier diversity. All organizations included on the list must score above average in the four areas, in addition to demonstrating ongoing diversity management initiatives and efforts.

"Deloitte's new inclusion strategy goes beyond our signature Women's Initiative (WIN) and Diversity Initiative, to better support generations, well-being and flexibility in the workplace," said Deborah L. DeHaas, chief inclusion officer, Deloitte LLP. "It allows us to provide all of our people with multiple pathways to success, while cultivating and sustaining a diverse workforce where the next generation of business leaders can grow and thrive."

Additionally, Deloitte exhibits continuous support through several diversity and inclusion initiatives, including:

Advancing the dialogue on inclusion through activities with Deloitte professionals, clients, and thought leaders at the recently launched Deloitte University Leadership Center for Inclusion.

Helping to advance women in the workplace through the Deloitte Women's Initiative.

At Deloitte, our inclusion mission is to assertively attract, retain and develop the best talent so that we bring innovative thought leadership and insights to our clients and foster a culture whose diversity and inclusion are self-perpetuating. This allows us to offer clients leading solutions and to help our people realize their greatest potential. To learn more, visit www.deloitte.com/us/inclusion.

As used in this document, "Deloitte" means Deloitte LLP and its subsidiaries. Please see www.deloitte.com/us/about about for a detailed description of the legal structure of Deloitte LLP and its subsidiaries. Certain services may not be available to attest clients under the rules and regulations of public accounting.